Rated by: Jordan
Would Recommend this to others?: Not Likely
Comments: Pete, I don't want to sound dis-respectful, but your explanation of why she is in running shoes only served to further demonstrate your lack of understanding of even the most basic principles of kettlebell use. I think you have seen an overwhelming number of people who know what they are doing agree with me. In my opinion something that exemplifies a quality instructor is when they have the wisdom to admit an error, learn how to correct it, and return with better information. Declaring you are right over and over again in the face of several qualified instructors telling you that you are not does a dis-service to yourself and the trainers trying to learn from you. I wish you the best of luck in your use of kettlebells, and know that with a more thorough examination you will return with sharper technique and quality instruction.
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Reviewed on: 3/18/2009 9:16:03 PM PT |
Rated by: Daniel (ACE-certified Professional)
Would Recommend this to others?: Not Likely
Comments: My Rating of this was removed for some reason. Your response should be to take the video down Pete. There is nothing proper about it.
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Reviewed on: 3/17/2009 7:48:15 AM PT |
Rated by: Michele (ACE-certified Professional)
Would Recommend this to others?: Definitely
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Reviewed on: 3/13/2009 9:32:51 AM PT |
Rated by: Debra
Would Recommend this to others?: Not Likely
Comments: Please remove this video from the website. David was right on target with the errors in form. The poor form and instruction on this video are just begging to injure someone.From ACE:It’s great to see the discussion on this. With something like kettlebells it’s bound to happen – even more so at the consumer-level and we’re glad to see the comments and questions. Kettlebells are getting more and more attention lately and there will be a variety of opinions as a result. Overall through phone calls and emails, we’ve received great feedback for covering this topic and giving people new ideas so we’re thrilled to hear that. However, for the few of you that had concerns, hopefully this will help. It’s important to keep in mind the purpose of the video clip - to provide an introduction and brief demonstration of exercises and equipment to a general consumer audience. They serve as an instructional overview that should create a point of conversation when working with a qualified fitness professional, and we always advise working with an ACE-certified trainer. - Our emphasis on teaching the swing was on the motion of the hip hinge and not the initial moment of inertia of the bell; the initial backwards swing is just one way to teach the movement, but not the only way. As the client would have progressed, more emphasis would be placed on the backswing to create a greater hip/glute/hamstring load for a more dynamic explosion through the swing.
- The model we used is a triathlete so she does a lot of running. She’s using running shoes since that is the footwear for her activity of choice, creating the greatest potential for carryover of functional strength.
- Shoulder stability should be encouraged throughout all sequences of kettlebell lifts. If this was a full-length, in-depth instructional video, a sequence to train scapulo-thoracic stability would have been demonstrated before progressing the challenge of the lifts.
- The explanation of how to use a HR monitor to gauge the intensity of the work-rate is a great point – thanks for sharing that with the audience. However, given the purpose and brevity of this overview, it was out of the scope of this video. The video provides general guidelines for the at-home exercise audience for the purpose of introduction and highlights.
-Pete McCall, ACE Exercise Physiologist
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Reviewed on: 3/13/2009 5:41:46 AM PT |
Rated by: Riva (ACE-certified Professional)
Would Recommend this to others?: Not Likely
Comments: I was taken aback to see such haphazard, uncontrolled form with no apparent regard to low back and/or shoulder strain.
The abdominal/core muscles were not engaged and the posture incorrect. I hope not too many frail would-be exercisers attempt these moves!
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Reviewed on: 3/12/2009 6:09:45 PM PT |
Rated by: David (ACE-certified Professional)
Would Recommend this to others?: Not Likely
Comments: As a ketlebell instructor who has gone through various workshops and certifications, I am distressed that ACE would allow a video to show such poor form and potentially dangerous moves.
1. The kettlebell swing should be initiated with a backwards movement, not by picking the weight up and starting the motion in midair. By moving backwards, momentum is generated, making it a much safer exercise.
2. She is wearing running shoes, which put the knees at risk in the swing, since the higher heel will tend to rock her body forward as she swings the weight. Flat soled shoes are best.
3. Shoulder stability should be encouraged from the start, not after mastering the hinge. By stabilizing the shoulder early in hte learning curve, bad habits are not developed.
4. Advising 3 sets of 15 reps with plenty of rest in between removes one of the kettlebell's great benefit: cardiocascular endurance. A better way is to monitor the client's heart rate and base the rest interval on that.
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Reviewed on: 3/12/2009 1:31:58 PM PT |
Rated by: Shane (ACE-certified Professional)
Would Recommend this to others?: Definitely
Comments: You here so much about ketteballs and it is great to see some basic exercises, clearly explained
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Reviewed on: 3/12/2009 11:07:19 AM PT |
Rated by: Susan
Would Recommend this to others?: Definitely
Comments: This was fresh information, with clear instructions and potential results well explained
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Reviewed on: 3/12/2009 10:18:02 AM PT |
Rated by: Kim (ACE-certified Professional)
Would Recommend this to others?: Definitely
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Reviewed on: 3/12/2009 7:48:25 AM PT |